…and you thought the Super Scope was obscure? Meet the MACS Multipurpose Arcade Combat Simulator for the Super Nintendo - perhaps the rarest video game and accessory in existence. Developed for the U.S. Army to increase the firing accuracy of recruits, the game uses an M16 replica of authentic size and weight for an input device, rather than a plastic approximation.

The cartridge label reads “MACS Moving Target Simulator (C) 1993 Sculptured Software, Inc” - presumably the same Sculptured Software that was responsible for the SNES ports of the Mortal Kombat series - however information is scarce.

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You may have an N64 stashed away in a cupboard somewhere, along with a pining for some of those classic games that you never got to play. Or if you’re anything like me, you might have a desire for quick cash which far outweighs any trace of sentimentality. Either way, you’ll find the latest series at Racketboy really helpful: it’s a pricelist of the rarest or in-demand games for older consoles and handhelds, perfect for the potential buyer or seller.

If you yawned your way through Asshole Mario, check out I Wanna Be The Guy. It’s actually a Battletoads ROM hack, but you’d never guess - a number of classic titles make cameo appearances. Check out this epic boss battle with Zangief from Street Fighter II, and download the game here if you’re not too scared.

Video of an entire play through the game is available at Nikumatic’s YouTube profile.

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If you’re scrambling for a gift for that guy who builds his own robots and always wears the same t-shirt with the nerdy joke you don’t get, then maybe you want to check out this Pac-Man hoodie. The downside of this plan is that you will have to go into a Hot Topic to buy one. Such a sacrifice is probably worth it when you consider the fact that the garment in question won’t be leaving your friends body for about a decade.

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Rare have either been hitting the eggnog a bit early or they are giving us a sneaky clue on their Viva Piñata and Banjo Kazooie themed Christmas card. The clue is on the innocuous stocking marked KI3. Could this mean that a new Killer Instinct game is on the way? Unfortunately when quizzed about it Rare says not:

“Purely out of contractual obligation, no, we’re not working on KI3.”

Oh well, looks like it’s back to getting our asses handed to us in Mortal Kombat DS.

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These Street Fighter figurines are a must-have for any fan or even anyone who has glanced at an arcade machine. The figurines stand 7″ tall and boast 33 points of movement so you can replicate all your favorite moves. So far the set only features Ryu, Ken and Akuma but hopefully there are more on the way. The figurines will each set you back US$21.90 from Play Asia. Check after the jump for a few more pictures.

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If you are still searching for a gift to give these holidays you could scarcely do better than this high quality Mario Kart slot racer set. This 1:43 scale set made by well known slot car manufacturer Carrera provides you with all you need for a lifetime of fun. Included are Mario and Wario slot cars with track and controllers. We don’t know if other karts will come out but we sure as hell hope so. This amount of fun doesn’t come cheap though at £49.95 (US$102) but we think its worth it. Time to see those blue sparks for real!

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If you are like me and don’t really like to wear a watch, maybe these beauties will change your mind as they did mine. Nixon are currently developing prototypes of a Tetris and Pong watch, and there is talk that they might be making it to production very soon. The hardest part now (apart from the wait) will be deciding which model you want. More pics after the jump.

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Germans aren’t usually known for monkeying around, but that’s exactly what’s going on at the Computer Games Museum in Berlin. While undergoing construction, the museum jumped at the opportunity to convert the scaffolding into a giant Donkey Kong level. Brings a tear to the eye, doesn’t it?

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For those with space restrictions and a burning desire for an upright arcade machine, life has always been one of pain - until now that is. Homewares store Brookstone has added a miniature tabletop arcade machine to their lineup. The machine is adorned with Pac-Man graphics and includes Pac-Man, Ms. Pac-Man and Galaga. At the price of $1,995.00 it is rather limited, though surely someone will work out how to hack it.

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